Tehran, March 26 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Thursday sharply criticized the United States for its approach to the Middle East, accusing Washington of a double standard in its foreign policy.
"The US backed Israel's Gaza blockade, cutting aid under 'security' claims, yet condemns Iran for defending itself in the Strait of Hormuz. Double standard Israel's crimes are OK, while Iran's defense against aggressors is condemned. International law is not a tool of convenience," Araghchi said on X.
Araghchi also stressed that Iran is not currently negotiating with the US to end the war and has no intention of doing so, contradicting claims from US officials that talks are "ongoing" and "productive."The statement comes after the U...